Robbery Under Arms (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1957, Robbery Under Arms is a drama and western film directed by Jack Lee, running about 96 minutes. “The Outlaw Who Seared His Brand On the Land!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During the mid 1860s, brothers Dick and Jim Marston are drawn into a life of crime by their ex-convict father Ben and his friend, infamous cattlethief Captain Starlight. Making their way to Melbourne with the proceeds of a recent raid, the brothers meet and romance the Morrison sisters, Kate and Jean, whom they eventually marry; but just as they are poised to start a new life in America, Captain Starlight and his gang arrive in town, planning a raid at the local bank.
Who’s in it. Robbery Under Arms stars Peter Finch as Captain Starlight, Ronald Lewis as Dick Marston, Laurence Naismith as Ben Marston and Maureen Swanson as Kate Morrison Mullockson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Robbery Under Arms has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel . See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Robbery Under Arms page.
If you liked it. Fans of Robbery Under Arms tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Robbery Under Arms (1957)?
- In US, Robbery Under Arms is available to stream on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel . Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Robbery Under Arms worth watching?
- Robbery Under Arms holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and western. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Robbery Under Arms?
- Robbery Under Arms stars Peter Finch, Ronald Lewis, Laurence Naismith, Maureen Swanson and David McCallum.